Ideal getaway for families or a group of friends
This magnificent private house has been designed with originality and luxury in mind.
Location
Luangwa Safari House sits in a peaceful corner of the South Luangwa, just outside the park on a private stretch of land where wildlife wanders freely. Surrounded by ancient ebony trees and overlooking a seasonal lagoon, it’s the sort of place where you can sip coffee on the deck while elephants come to drink just metres away.
Rooms
This beautifully designed house sleeps up to eight guests in four en-suite bedrooms, each with an open-fronted style that brings the sights and sounds of the bush right to your bed. We love the natural materials, with polished wood, leadwood trunks, cool stone, and the way every room opens out to a private veranda or balcony. The upstairs rooms offer sweeping views over the trees, while downstairs you’ll feel right on the edge of the lagoon.
Amenities
There’s a lovely sense of freedom here. The central lounge and dining area is all soaring thatch and open space, with a grand marble dining table and a staircase leading up to the first floor. You’ve got a plunge pool for cooling off in the afternoons, a private hide for peaceful wildlife viewing, and a full team, including a chef, butler, and guide looking after you with quiet charm and expertise.
Activities
All your safaris are private here, which makes it ideal for families or small groups travelling together. You’ll head out in your own vehicle with an expert guide, or explore on foot for a deeper connection to the bush. Expect lions, leopards, elephants, and more. You can also visit local markets or schools supported by nearby conservation projects—guests often say these experiences are just as memorable as the wildlife.
Sustainability
The lodge supports Project Luangwa and the Luangwa Conservation & Community Fund, assisting vital efforts such as anti-poaching patrols, wildlife monitoring, ranger training, and human–wildlife conflict resolution in and around South Luangwa. Beyond wildlife, Luangwa Safari House contributes to local communities by funding the Luangwa Safari Association Medical Fund, which supports Kakumbi Health Centre, and the Kawaza Village school project, providing educational materials and sustaining village livelihoods.
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When to go to Zambia
Find out the best time to visit Zambia with our month by month guide.
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January
January is a good time to visit Victoria Falls, but the rest of the country is very humid and wet leading to many camps shutting during January.
February
February remains wet, so its a good month to visit the thundering Victoria Falls, however only a few camps stay open for boating and walking. The rains have created lush vegetation, during this time of year it is alive with the sound of migratory birds in their breeding plumage, an excellent time for birders to visit Zambia.
March
If you want to witness Vic Falls at its fullest, March is the month to visit, with huge volumes of spray often obscuring the view. The birding is still magnificent in March, and camps offer fantastic value for money as there are no crowds.
April
In April the weather starts to dry, however rain remains a prominent feature of April. In the Lower Zambezi National Park, lush vegetation is at its thickest making animals more difficult to spot. April is seen to be the best time of year to witness the rarely seen Wild Dog in South Luangwa National Park.
May
May is a mixed month, the onset of the dry season means rains are unlikely, however access to certain camps is tricky due to sodden grounds. Game viewing in South Luangwa and Lower Zambezi begin to improve as the vegetation things and waterholes begin to dry up, forcing wildlife together.
June
June is a great time to visit Zambia, the ground starts to dry out and camps are offering excellent deals and there are few visitors to share safari vehicles so you may have some areas to yourself.
July
July is high season, temperatures rise and all the camps are officially open. If you want to see game then South Luangwa is the best option, whereas the Lower Zambezi is perfect for river cruises and fishing.
Victoria falls is at its best, without being overly wet and clouded with spray.
August
August's hot and dry weather kicks off what Zambia is famous for, walking safaris. It is the prime time to combine game viewing with Victoria Falls.
September
Temperatures sore in September reaching high 20's making the long days particularly pleasant. This month sees Carmine Bee Eaters arrive, flocks of hundreds nest in river banks providing a thrilling spectacle of colour and sound.
October
October sees temperatures sore again, game viewing is best done in the early mornings to avoid the hot midday sun.
November
November brings the start of the rainy season, but the good news is the sporadic showers are not too disruptive and visitors get to see dramatic skies and stormy skies brewing. Temperatures are high and it can be humid, but the mixed weather brings great value stays. Plus many young animals are being born, making it a fantastic time to see the parks come to life.
December
The rainy season is in full force in December, grasslands begin to lengthen, foliage thickens and game viewing becomes a little trickier. The rivers rise and dependant on water levels travellers can visit 'devils pool' at Vic Falls, providing high excitement and a head for heights needed if you want to get close to the drop off.
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